Description
This Slow Cooker Greek Lamb Shanks recipe features tender, flavorful lamb shanks slow-cooked with baby potatoes, Kalamata olives, sundried tomatoes, and a fragrant Greek spice rub. Perfect for a comforting, Mediterranean-inspired meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 lamb shanks
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 pound halved baby potatoes
- 1 cup Kalamata olives
- 1 jar sundried tomatoes (approximately 6-8 ounces)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Greek Spice Rub
- 2½ teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Brown the Lamb Shanks: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Season the lamb shanks generously with salt and pepper. Brown the lamb shanks on each side for 3-4 minutes until nicely seared to develop flavor.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the halved baby potatoes, Kalamata olives, and sundried tomatoes into the slow cooker. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 3 tablespoons lemon juice to provide a flavorful cooking liquid.
- Make the Greek Spice Rub: In a small bowl, combine 2½ teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, and 1 teaspoon onion powder. Rub this spice mixture all over the browned lamb shanks.
- Slow Cook the Lamb: Place the spice-rubbed lamb shanks on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the lamb is tender and falling off the bone.
Notes
- Browning the lamb shanks before slow cooking enhances the flavor and appearance.
- You can substitute baby potatoes with small Yukon gold or red potatoes.
- If you prefer a stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon juice to the slow cooker.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of steamed green vegetables or a fresh Greek salad.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb shank with sides
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
